John “Jack” O’Connor
Wednesday, October 30, 1929
Date of Death:
Monday, April 1, 2013
Age:
83 years old
Visitation
Date: Thursday April 04, 2013
Time: 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home [ view map ]
Service
The family will have a private service for Jack at a later date.
Wednesday, October 30, 1929
Date of Death:
Monday, April 1, 2013
Age:
83 years old
Wednesday, October 30, 1929
Date of Death:
Monday, April 1, 2013
Age:
83 years old
John “Jack” O’Connor
The visitation for John “Jack” P. O’Connor will be from 4:00pm – 7:00pm Thursday April 4, 2013 at River Park Chapel, Macken Funeral Home with a prayer service at 6:30pm. There will be a private service for Jack at a later date.
John Patrick O’Connor, 83, of Rochester passed away on April 1, 2013 at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester.
John was born in Minneapolis to Maurice and Clara O’Connor on October 30, 1929. He lived in Bovey, Minnesota in his early childhood before moving to Rochester. He married Valetta Gerber and they had two sons Pat and Dan; Valetta and John later divorced. John later moved to Colorado, Arizona, Minneapolis and Boy River, Minnesota eventually making his way back to Rochester where he married Phyllis Walter.
Jack was actively engaged in boxing his entire life. He was a member of Lourdes boxing team as a youth. He later encouraged his sons to take up the sport. He worked as a professional cut man for about 20 years. He coached and trained his entire life. Jack was instrumental in starting up the boxing program at the Silver Lake Fire hall. He later continued mentoring and training at the 4th Street Gym. Jack took annual Ski trips to Colorado with Phyllis and his grandchildren and loved fishing and hunting with his sons and grandsons. He was a regular participant at the 4th Street Gym, Bible Study on Saturday and he regularly attended Mass.
He is survived by his wife Phyllis; his two sons Patrick (Diane) O’Connor and Daniel (Deb) O’Connor; grandchildren Joshua (Lisa) O’Connor, Shaun (Jenny) O’Connor and Kristen (Lee) Stellmaker; great grandchildren Logan, Grant, Samuel, Sarah O’Connor, Gracelyn, Jack and Max Stellmaker. He is preceded in death by his parents and one brother Michael.
Online condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com
Condolences
The family of John “Jack” O’Connor has received the following condolences.
Danny, Pat, Josh and families,
We were very sorry to hear of Jack's passing. He lived a very full and vibrant life.
We are grateful for the wonderful grandfather and mentor that he was to Josh.
He will be forever missed.
Our deepest sympathy,
Chuck & Julie
To Pat, Danny, and all of the O'Connor Family. Our Deepest Sympathy at the loss of your father, Grandfather, and Friend. A good man who taught many in the sport of boxing. He will be missed by all. Michael Lynaugh
Dear Phillis, Dan & Pat
Jack was our Son Scott's God father and our great friend. You will remember us from Lake Zumbro and the Rochester Water Ski Club. Jack worked with Arleigh in the 60's at the Kahler. Arleigh was very sadden to hear of Jack's passing. We know how close you boy's were to your father. We have fond memories of Jack and even thou we have been out of touch for so many years..He will be missed. We have pictures of you boys in our album. We will be thinking of you this sad day...If we can't make the funeral we wanted you to know we care.
Arleigh & Margaret "Mike" Benike
Pat & Dan,
I am sorry to hear about your dad. Every time I am in town and drive by your old place on 4th Street I think about going out to Lake Zumbro with you and your dad to waterski.
I HAVE THE FONDEST MEMORIES OF JACK FROM THE SILVER LAKE GYM 1964-1966.I THINK HE KNEW I WASN'T A BOXER BUT GAVE ME 100% OF HIS EFFORTS.MAY THERE BE A SPECIAL PLACE IN HEAVEN FOR HIM.GOD BLESS
To the O'Connor family, my deepest condolences at Jack's passing. I have very fond memories of Jack and the boys. Those were the good ole days! Sorry to miss the memorial, would have loved to see you!
God Bless Jack! May he rest in peace.
Donnie and Maxine Evans
Our condolences to the O'Connor family. Jack will be sincerely missed as he positively touched many in his life. I am grateful for my conversations with him and for the kindness he showed to my sons and the many others that trained at 4th Street Gym. May his Memory be Eternal.
Jack was the corner man at my first fight and I will always remember that. He was a great guy, full of life and energy. I'm thinking of and praying for you all in this time of loss.